Marty was a honored veteran of the U.S. Army and National Guard who served during the Vietnam era. He worked primarily as an electrician in maintenance departments of various companies, including Bindery Solutions. He was an active community volunteer, with a special place in his heart for the West Virginia Maple Syrup Festival, where he was affectionately known as "Norman the Doorman." He enjoyed restoring cars and watching suspense thrillers. He was a faith-filled member of the Way of Holiness Church in Buckhannon who traveled on missionary trips to Mexico. He openly expressed his immense love and gratitude for his blessed life.

Marty's request for cremation has been honored and his family invites you to join them for a Celebration of Life Service at 10 a.m. on Saturday May 17, 2014, at the Way of Holiness Church in Buckhannon with Pastor Jerry Murrell officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to assist the family with final expenses c/o Way of Holiness Church (Attn: Cecelia Smith) PO Box 1205 Buckhannon, WV 26201.

Pat Boyle Funeral Home and Cremation Service at 144 Hackers Creek Road in Jane Lew is honored and privileged to serve the family of John Moritz "Marty" Smith III. Online condolences may be expressed at www.patboylefuneralhome.com.